JUST IN: Baylor Bear Star Player on Verge of NFL Supermax Contract
In a move that would have changed the landscape of professional football, Baylor Bear star, Elijah “The Bull” Johnson, was poised to sign a groundbreaking supermax contract this summer — one that would have shattered records and cemented his legacy as one of the most dominant players in the game. At just 24 years old, Johnson was eligible for a historic 5-year, $345 million extension, making it the largest contract in NFL history.
Known for his explosive speed, unparalleled athleticism, and unrivaled intensity, Johnson had already made a name for himself at Baylor University. His college career had been nothing short of spectacular. As a dynamic wide receiver with the rare ability to both outrun defenders and bulldoze through them, Johnson was a sensation in the Big 12, catching passes that defied logic and leaving defenders grasping at air. By the end of his junior season, he had broken multiple records, including the all-time receiving yards in a single season and a mind-boggling 20 touchdown receptions.
But as he prepared to make the leap to the NFL, the world’s eyes were on Johnson. NFL scouts were already calling him the most talented player to come out of Baylor in over a decade, and whispers of his potential supermax contract had been circulating for months. His agent, veteran negotiator Charles Kingston, had hinted that the deal was practically done, a formality that would crown Johnson as the highest-paid player in NFL history. It seemed inevitable — the young star was ready to ink the deal that would change his life forever.
However, the drama unfolded just days before the official announcement. In a shocking turn of events, an unexpected twist threatened to derail Johnson’s historic deal. A rival team, the Los Angeles Titans, made an eleventh-hour bid, offering a record-breaking trade package to Baylor. While the offer would send Johnson to the west coast, the team’s owners made it clear that they were prepared to double the value of his contract, pushing the deal into the realm of the unthinkable: a 10-year, $700 million deal.
The plot thickened when Johnson, amidst intense negotiations, was said to have secretly visited the Titans’ headquarters, meeting with head coach Brad Harmon in a behind-closed-doors meeting. The media went wild, speculating whether Johnson, who had long been the face of Baylor’s program, was ready to leave his college roots behind for the bright lights of Los Angeles. Fans were torn. The Baylor faithful feared the loss of their most prized recruit, while Titans supporters began to dream of a championship with Johnson on their roster.
Reports leaked that Johnson’s decision was agonizing. The young star had always dreamed of taking Baylor to a national title, but the allure of the NFL’s biggest contract, the promise of a legacy of success, and the chance to build his brand in one of the nation’s largest markets were almost impossible to resist. At the last minute, Johnson was said to have called an impromptu meeting with Baylor’s head coach, Derek Mitchell, in which he poured out his heart. Coach Mitchell, who had developed a deep bond with Johnson, begged him to stay, citing the opportunity to carve out a legacy at Baylor before making the NFL leap.
In a stunning twist that left the sports world breathless, Johnson made his decision: he chose loyalty. Despite the allure of the record-breaking contract, Johnson announced he would remain at Baylor for his senior season, setting the stage for a grand final chapter in college football.
Elijah “The Bull” Johnson may not have taken the record-breaking $345 million deal — yet. But his decision has left the entire sports world buzzing, wondering how this drama will unfold in the coming months. Will he dominate his final season at Baylor and then pursue the largest contract in NFL history? Or will his loyalty to his roots make him an even greater legend than we’ve ever imagined? One thing is for certain: Elijah Johnson’s future will be anything but ordinary.
